Behringer UPHORIA UMC1820 8 Microphone Input USB Audio Interface Studio Recording

The incredible U-PHORIA UMC1820 bridges the gap between your creativity and your fans. This blazingly fast USB 2.0 studio-in-a-box will have you recording your next masterpiece in minutes with all the connectivity required for your microphones, guitars, keyboards and even MIDI devices.

Record the perfect vocal right to your computer-based DAW thanks to the 8 astonishingly clear, world-class MIDAS-designed mic preamps, which include +48 Volt phantom power for condenser microphones, all going through studio-grade 24-Bit/96 kHz converters for the best possible sound quality.
It also provides I/O support for S/PDIF, ADAT and S/MUX formats.

Whether you're a singer-songwriter, producer on the go, or just need a rock-solid interface for running backing tracks at a gig, the ultra-dependable U-PHORIA UMC1820 will help you shine in the digital domain. When it's time to make recording history on your Mac or Windows computer, plug in microphones, instruments or line level sources to the UMC1820's 8 combination XLR/TRS inputs for the ultimate in studio flexibility!

Connect and communicate with MIDI devices to add the benefit of control surfaces to your studio workflow. And since the UMC1820 is compatible with all popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase, and others, it's ready for anything. You take your tracks seriously, and the UMC1820 respects that, providing up to 96 kHz resolution for even the most demanding applications in music as well as video post production.
Work with confidence and accuracy in your favourite recording software for professional results every time.
Ever since its formation in the 1970s, MIDAS has had a long history of innovation and leadership in the world of audio mixing consoles. Employed by the most famous touring acts and installations worldwide, legendary MIDAS consoles such as the XL4 and Heritage H3000 quickly became industry standards.
MIDAS has earned their impeccable reputation due to their no-compromise approach for audio and build quality and in particular for their Award-winning Mic Preamps which are considered by industry experts as the industry's best sounding designs. Building on this legacy, the XL8 and PRO Series of Live Mixing Systems continue this great heritage of Award-winning audio quality.

BEHRINGER is proud to incorporate a MIDAS designed mic preamp for the ultimate in high-quality audio reproduction in both live and studio environments. The UMC1820 mix control allows zero-latency direct monitoring, which means musicians can experience their performance clearly and with no delay or lag in the returning signal, resulting in better performance and recording. Its powerful phones output has its own level control and Monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing. Plus we provide free audio recording, editing and podcasting software, plus 150 instruments/effect plug-ins-just a download away at behringer.com.

Specifications
18x20 USB2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface with ADAT I/O for recording microphones and instruments
'Built-like-a-tank', impact-resistant metal chassis
Free audio recording, editing and podcasting software plus 150 instruments/effect plug-ins downloadable at behringer.com
Main Outputs with Dim, Mute and dedicated Main level control
Powerful dual Phones outputs with individual Level controls and Monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing
Input/Playback Mix control and Stereo/Mono switch for direct monitoring
Zero-latency direct monitoring of all analogue inputs while recording
Simultaneous use of all analogue, coaxial S/PDIF, optical ADAT and MIDI signals
Optical I/Os supporting S/PDIF, ADAT and S/MUX formats up to 96 kHz
8 state-of-the-art, MIDAS designed Mic Preamplifiers with +48 V phantom power
Streams 18 inputs and 20 outputs of ultra-low latency audio to your computer, supporting Mac* OS X* and Windows XP* or higher
Compatible with popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase*, etc.
Audiophile 24-Bit/96 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
19", 1U cabinet with detachable rack mount brackets
Colour: Black
Packing: Retail Boxed
Software Download Links: Yes

Dimensions
46 x 483 x 130 mm

Weight
1.8 kg